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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #30 on: July 28, 2009, 01:37:12 AM »

Yeah, probably is good in snow and rain.   Cool
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #31 on: July 28, 2009, 10:18:04 AM »

I passed 2 winters on my 335i
First winter i had just winter sport tires and in second i had tires + Quaife LSD
The car was rock solid both winter, but i did notice extra grip with LSD ecpecially driving on Upstate NY hills
It was funny to see Accords and Foresters trying to spin their way up the hill
I was just passing them with ease

Just get winters!! No need for AWD
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #32 on: July 28, 2009, 10:45:43 AM »

I much preferred the style of the former TL until I a silver one yesteerday.  Now, I have changed my mind.

This new TL is a very good looking car.  Even without the engine running, the TL seems poised to fly down the highway.

I also think that the TL's Nav system is super.  If has many more desirable and working features then my Lexus SC.

Congratulations to Mike's wife on choosing this fine automobile.
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #33 on: July 28, 2009, 02:02:34 PM »

Quote from: AndreyATC on July 28, 2009, 10:18:04 AM
Just get winters!!

No thanks.... we don't want any real winters here Wink 
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #34 on: July 28, 2009, 02:07:25 PM »

Well for you, it wont matter
NC and AWD car with all-seasons
You're ok
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #35 on: July 28, 2009, 03:10:12 PM »

yeah as long as your tires aren't bald, you're usually in good shape here.
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #36 on: July 31, 2009, 01:12:49 PM »

In response to requests, I'll update the wife's TL ownership -

1. (And most importantly) she loves it.
2. While it's front-wheel drive, torque steer isn't an issue, and it doesn't "feel" or drive like a FWD car. Nothing at all, for instance, like the Pontiac G6 rent car I had in CA a few weeks ago.  Tongue
3. On the highway, it is silky smooth riding, but choppy pavement or rough road surfaces do upset the ride. It's not IS-F choppy by a long shot ( Grin), but it's also not LS460 smooth. All in all, a pretty nice compromise unless all you drive is rough roads.
4. Power is excellent. It's no rocket, but the 280hp is more than adequate to stay out ahead of traffic and pass big rigs.
5. Comfort level is very good. No backaches after a day in the saddle, and lots of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. Nice and roomy interior.
6. The quality of the interior and the build in general is very good. No squeaks air rattles, nice fit, nice materials.
7. Road noise on coarse pavement is a little high, but then I'm used to a Lexus, so I'm not a good judge.
8. Fuel mileage exceeded my expectations by a good bit. Our worst tanks were in the high 27's, and on two tanks of gas we got 33.3 and 31.1 mpg, respectively, and these tanks were at sustained interstate speeds in excess of 80mph. Very impressed with that.
9. Nav and other electronics are just awesome. The display for the nav has been upgraded to the point that it looks like HDTV. It's the sharpest, crispest and most colorful nav display I've seen. On top of that, it does of course give more information than any other system I've used, and it is user-friendly. And you have access to all functions while the car is moving! The real-time doppler weather radar overlaid on the route map is unique, and we used it this past week on a road trip to Phoenix and Sedona, AZ. very nice feature.
10. The audio system is superior to most I've had. It has a nice full sound, lots of adjustability (including mid), good speakers, and lots of amps.

All in all, looks like it's a keeper. Some people don't like the looks so much, but I like it ... and it turns heads, since it's zoomy-looking.

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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #37 on: July 31, 2009, 01:47:02 PM »

nice review.
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Re: Well, we got one ...
« Reply #38 on: July 31, 2009, 10:19:14 PM »

Thanks Mike,  I like the looks of the TL.  The interior looks very
nice also.  Honda makes makes some nice quality interiors.   Grin
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« Reply #39 on: July 31, 2009, 11:12:46 PM »

Nice review, thanks.
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